Call for Papers: International Mediation & Dispute Resolution Conference 2025 at DPU
The School of Law, Dr. D. Y. Patil Deemed to be University (Navi Mumbai) invites papers for its International Mediation and Dispute Resolution Conference 2025, to be held on 6 – 7 December 2025.
This two-day event will bring together scholars, practitioners, mediators, and students to explore the dynamic role of mediation and dispute resolution in the modern legal landscape.
Themes
Papers are invited on (but not limited to):
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Ethics, confidentiality, and neutrality in mediation
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Mediation under India’s Mediation Act 2023
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AI, technology, and Online Dispute Resolution
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Cultural dimensions of mediation
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Commercial, family, and cross-border dispute resolution
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Role of mediation in restorative justice and public policy
Submission Guidelines
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Abstract: Up to 300 words, summarizing objectives, methodology, and key arguments to dypsol.events@dypatil.edu.
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Full Paper: 4,000 – 6,000 words, in APA 7th edition format.
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Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt; Spacing: 1.5.
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Include author’s name, designation, institution, and contact information.
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Co-authorship: Up to two authors allowed.
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Submissions should be original and unpublished.
Important Dates
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Abstract Submission Deadline: 10 November 2025
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Notification of Acceptance: 14 November 2025
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Full Paper Submission: 30 November 2025
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Conference Dates: 6 – 7 December 2025
Registration Fees
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Students: ₹ 1,000 – ₹ 1,500
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Research Scholars / Academicians: ₹ 1,500 – ₹ 2,000
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Practitioners / Industry Experts: ₹ 2,000 – ₹ 2,500
Contact
Nikhil Bajpai (Asst. Professor): +91 99757 99196
Heena Patel (Asst. Professor): +91 816 908 1039
Aniket Kurne (Asst. Professor): +91 80808 77668